Simple recipes that taste good and are good for you, plus practical health tips you can trust, all based on Canadian health guidelines and written in plain language.

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  What Is the DASH Eating Plan? (Plus an Easy Chickpea and Spinach Skillet)
  DASH is a simple, flexible way of eating built around vegetables, fruit, whole grains and less salt. Here’s what it is, plus a colourful 20-minute skillet dinner for two.
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  One-Pan Herb Chicken with Sweet Potato and Broccoli
  Budget-friendly chicken thighs and vegetables roasted together on one pan, seasoned with herbs and lemon instead of salt. Dinner for two in about 40 minutes.
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  Hearty Lentil and Vegetable Soup (Make Once, Eat Twice)
  A thick, cozy soup made from pantry staples for just a few dollars. Enjoy two bowls today and freeze the rest for an easy lunch later.
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  One-Pan Lemon Dill Salmon for Two
  Salmon, potatoes and green beans roasted together on one pan. Dinner for two in 35 minutes, with only one pan to wash.

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  Move a Little More: Simple Ways to Stay Active Every Day
  You don’t need a gym to stay active. Here’s what Canada’s movement guidelines suggest for adults 65 and older, and easy ways to fit it into your day.
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  Get Out and Connect: Easy Ways to Find a Club or Activity Group
  Cards, walking groups, crafts, fitness classes, volunteering: here’s how to find something you’ll enjoy in Northumberland County, and down south too.
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  7 Simple Healthy Habits for Fall (Backed by Canada’s Guidelines)
  Small, doable habits for moving, eating and sleeping well this fall, straight from Canada’s official guidelines for older adults.

Our health articles are for general information and aren’t a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist.